Family Start-Up Forms

Parents/guardians received an email from YRDSB Update with important school start-up forms to complete. It is important that these forms are completed as soon as possible at the start of the school year as they contain important information and permissions. 

Start-Up Forms in the Family Dashboard

Start-up forms are available in the Family Dashboard at family.yrdsb.ca.  Click on the arrow beside your child’s name, select the start-up forms button under your child’s name.  Choose your language. Please complete the forms for each child. Forms will automatically populate with your child’s information. 

The Family Dashboard gives you secure one-stop access to information and applications related to your child’s education. It is designed to make it easier for families to engage with their child’s education.  Learn how to create a Family Dashboard account if you do not have one. 

How do I fill out the forms if I don’t have a Family Dashboard account?

The start-up forms are also available online at https://startupforms.yrdsb.ca/. You will need your child's student number. 

Secondary school students can complete the secondary school student form here: https://startupforms.yrdsb.ca/students. Elementary school students do not need to complete these forms. 

Please note: 

• Please ensure you complete the forms for each child. Your child’s school will access the information.
• If you do not have a Family Dashboard account, you can create one.
• If you use the https://startupforms.yrdsb.ca/ link, you must complete your child's accurate information.
• If you prefer to complete the forms on paper or have questions about the information in the forms, please contact the school office.
• Parents/guardians must complete a separate form for each child attending school. 

How to Complete the Forms

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Option 1. Go to the Family Dashboard. Click on the drop-down arrow beside your child’s name. Select the start-up forms button under your child’s name.
Option 2 Or visit https://startupforms.yrdsb.ca.
Click on the red Start-Up Package button in the language of your choice.
There are two mandatory forms and two optional forms. To skip the optional forms, scroll to the bottom of the page and click “Next.”  Mandatory questions are marked with a red asterisk.
On the last page, click "Submit" to submit your forms. Your child’s school will be able to access the information.  If you have any changes to your child’s information throughout the year, please send to your school in writing.